1981 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 656 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Element |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
